ABSTRACT
On very small projects, the roles of owner, architect, and builder might be filled by an individual, but on most projects each role involves tens or even hundreds of individuals. And on almost all projects, each role has its own organizational structure and sub-roles. The owner has a vision to fulfill - and a theater building has been identified as the means to that end. The architect designs the building and prepares the drawings and specifications necessary for its construction. Appropriately enough, the builder builds the building. The project executive has ultimate authority over the project. Theater planning and theater design are advisory services, meaning the theater consultant is providing advice to the architect and other members of the design team. An arts management consultant is sometimes a part of the core design team. This work is often complete before design commences, but sometimes the management consultant has an ongoing role.
